The Candidate (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2007, The Candidate is a drama film directed by Niels Arestrup, running about 95 minutes.
Who’s in it. The Candidate stars Yvan Attal as Michel Dedieu, Niels Arestrup as Georges, Maurice Bénichou as maxime and Guillaume Gallienne as sam.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Candidate has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Candidate page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Candidate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Candidate (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Candidate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Candidate worth watching?
- The Candidate holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Candidate?
- The Candidate stars Yvan Attal, Niels Arestrup, Maurice Bénichou and Guillaume Gallienne.
- When was The Candidate released?
- The Candidate was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.